salary$59,530 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Tuscaloosa, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,410per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,150per year
Jobs in the area370people work this job
Can a plumber afford Tuscaloosa?
OK. Rent of $1,248 a month takes 25.2% of the median plumber salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a plumber make in Tuscaloosa, AL?
The median pay for a plumber in the Tuscaloosa, AL area is $59,530 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $38,410 and $74,150.
Can a plumber afford to live in Tuscaloosa?
Typical rent of $1,248 a month takes 25.2% of the median plumber salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Tuscaloosa, AL metro area.